Manitowoc RF0385A Owner's manual

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RF & RFS Model

Flake Ice Machines

Manitowoc

Part Number 000007644 12/11

Table of Contents

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Section 1

General Information

Model Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

UnderCounter Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Modular Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Section 2

Installation Instructions

Location of Ice Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Clearance Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

RF2300 Bin Adapter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Water and Drain Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Potable Water Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Water Supply and Drain Line Sizing/Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Drain Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Electrical Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Fuse/Circuit Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Minimum Power Cord Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

For United Kingdom Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Maximum Breaker Size & Minimum Circuit Amperage Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

QuietQube Remote Condensing Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Refrigeration System Installation

Remote Condensing Unit Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Refrigeration Line Set Installation

Remote Condensing Unit Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

A. Line Set Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

B. Line Set Rise or Drop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

C. Suction Line Oil Traps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Installation Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Additional Checks for QuietQube Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Section 3

Operation

Evaporator Low Temperature Safety Thermostat and Bin Thermostat . . . . . . . . 19

RF0244/RF0266/RF0385/

RF0388/RF0399/RF0644 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

RFS0300 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

RFS0650/RFS1200/RFS2300/RF1200/RF2300 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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Section 4

Maintenance

Interior Cleaning and Sanitizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Cleaning/Sanitizing Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Heavily Scaled Cleaning Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Exterior Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Cleaning/Sanitizing Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Procedure to Clean Heavily Scaled Flake Ice Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Removal of Parts for Cleaning/Sanitizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Ice Chute Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Air-Cooled Condenser Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Arctic Pure Water Filter System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Manitowoc Cleaner and Sanitizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Section 5

Customer Support

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Commercial Ice Machine Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Residential Ice Machine Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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Section 1

General Information

Model Numbers

This manual covers the following models:

UNDERCOUNTER MODELS

MODULAR MODELS

RF2300 Bin Adapter Installation

1. Refer to diagram. Place bracket on bin top and slide

back to engage.

2. Place ice machine on bin: ice machine must fit

between bracket and front ridge.

Self-Contained

Air-Cooled

RF0244A

RF0266A

RF0385A

RF0388A

RF0399A

RF0644A

Self-Contained

Air-Cooled

Self-Contained

Water-Cooled

Rack Unit

Head Section

QuietQube

Head Section

RCU Remote

Condensing Unit

RFS0300A --- --- --- ---

RFS0650A RFS0650W ---- --- ---

RFS1200A RFS1200W RFS1279R RFS1278C RCU1075

RF2300A RF2300W RFS2379R RFS2378C RCU2375

!

Warning

Remove all ice machine panels before lifting and

installing.

!

Warning

PERSONAL INJURY POTENTIAL

Do not operate equipment that has been misused,

abused, neglected, damaged, or altered/modified

from that of original manufactured specifications.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they have been given

supervision concerning use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.

!

Caution

Flake ice machines must be installed on a bin. Flake

ice machines cannot be installed on dispensers.

!

Warning

PERSONAL INJURY POTENTIAL

RF2300 ice machines are not approved for use on

B970 bins. RF2300 ice machines ship with a bracket

that must be used when installing on B1100 and

B1400 Series bins.

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Section 2

Installation Instructions

Location of Ice Machine

The location selected for the ice machine must meet the

following criteria. If any of these criteria are not met,

select another location.

• The location must be free of airborne and other

contaminants.

• The air temperature must be at least 50°F (10°C), but

must not exceed 110°F (43°C).

• The water temperature must be at least 40°F (4°C),

but must not exceed 90°F (32°C).

• The location must not be near heat-generating

equipment or in direct sunlight.

• The location must be capable of supporting the

weight of the ice machine and a full bin of ice.

• The location must allow enough clearance for water,

drain and electrical connections in the rear of the ice

machine.

• The location must not obstruct airflow through or

around the ice machine.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

NOTE: Water-cooled/Remote condensing units only - there is no minimum

clearance required. This value is recommended for efficient operation and

servicing only.

Installation Requirements

• The ice machine and bin must be level.

• Vent the ice machine and bin drains separately.

• Bin drain termination must have an air gap.

• A backflow preventer is required on water inlet lines.

• The ice machine and bin must be sanitized after

installation.

• Local water conditions may require treatment of the

water to inhibit scale formation, filter sediment, and

remove chlorine odor and taste.

• Routine adjustments and maintenance procedures

outlined in this manual are not covered by the

warranty.

Ice Machine Heat of Rejection

Ice machines, like other refrigeration equipment, reject

heat through the condenser. It is helpful to know the

amount of heat rejected by the ice machine when sizing

air conditioning equipment.

This information is also necessary when evaluating the

benefits of using water-cooled or remote condensers to

reduce air conditioning loads. The amount of heat added

to an air conditioned environment by an ice machine

using a water-cooled or remote condenser is negligible.

Knowing the amount of heat rejected is also important

when sizing a cooling tower for a water-cooled

condenser. Use the peak figure for sizing the cooling

tower.

Rack Unit Connection Size

RF0244

RF0266

RF0385

RF0388

RF0399

RF0644

Air-Cooled Water-Cooled

Top 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm)

Sides 2” (5 cm) 2” (5 cm)

Back 8" (20 cm) 8" (20 cm)

NOTE: Allowance must be made for removal when the ice machine is built in.

Monthly removal of the top panel is required for cleaning & sanitizing.

RFS0300/RFS0650

RFS1200/RF1200

RFS2300/RF2300

Air-

Cooled

Water-

Cooled

QuietQube

Air-Cooled

Top/Sides 8" (20 cm) 8" (20 cm) 0" (0 cm)

Back 5" (13 cm) 5" (13 cm) 0" (0 cm)

RCU Units Remote Condensing Unit

Front/Back 24" (61 cm)

Sides/Top 6" (15.2 cm)

Series

Ice Machine

Heat of Rejection

B.T.U./Hour

RFS1279R 7850

RFS2379R 15700

Model Suction Line Liquid Line

RFS1279R

5/8 inch

(15.9 mm)

3/8 inch

(9.5 mm)

RFS2379R

3/4 inch

(19 mm)

1/2 inch

(12.7 mm)

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Water and Drain Requirements

POTABLE WATER REQUIREMENTS

Follow these guidelines to install water inlet lines:

• Do not connect the ice machine to a hot water

supply. Be sure all hot water restrictors installed for

other equipment are working. (Check valves on sink

faucets, dishwashers, etc.)

• If water pressure exceeds the maximum of 80 psig

(552 kPA) recommended pressure, obtain a water

pressure regulator from your Manitowoc distributor.

• Install a water shut-off valve and union for both the

ice making and condenser water lines.

• Insulate water inlet lines to prevent condensation.

• Plumbing must conform to local codes.

WATER SUPPLY AND DRAIN LINE SIZING/

CONNECTIONS

Typical Water Supply Drain Installation

DRAIN CONNECTIONS

Follow these guidelines when installing drain lines to prevent

drain water from flowing back into the ice machine and storage

bin:

• Drain lines must have a 1.5 inch drop per 5 feet of run (2.5

cm per meter), and must not create traps.

• The floor drain must be large enough to accommodate

drainage from all drains.

• Run separate bin and water-cooled condenser drain lines.

Insulate them to prevent condensation.

• Vent the bin and ice machine drain to the atmosphere. The

ice machine drain requires an 18" (46 cm) vent. Do not

vent the condenser drain on water-cooled models.

• Drains must have a union or other suitable means to allow

in place disconnection from the ice machine when

servicing is required.

Location

Water Temp

Min/Max

Water

Pressure

Min/Max

Fitting/Min

Tubing

Size

Potable

Water Inlet

40°/90°F

(4°/32°C)

14/80 psi

(100/552 kPA)

3/8" FPT

Potable

Water Drain

--- --- 1/2" MPT

Condenser

Water Inlet

40°/90°F

(4°/32°C)

20/150 psi

(138/1034 kPA)

3/8” FPT

RF2300 only

= 1/2" FPT

Condenser

Water Drain

--- --- 1/2" MPT

Bin Drain --- --- 3/4" FPT

Large Capacity Bin Drain --- 1" FPT

VENT TUBE

18" (46 CM)

LONG

ROUTE

DRAIN

TUBING TO

OPEN SITE

DRAIN

ICE MAKING

WATER INLET

TUBING 3/8" MIN.

I.D. (.95 CM)

VENT TUBE

18" (46 CM)

LONG

SEPERATE BIN AND ICE

MACHINE DRAINS ARE

REQUIRED

ROUTE DRAIN TUBING TO

OPEN SITE DRAIN

WATER SHUT-OFF VALVE

REQUIRED - ICE MAKING

WATER INLET TUBING 3/8"

MIN. I.D. (.95 CM)

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Electrical Service

VOLTAGE

The maximum allowable voltage variation is ±10% of the

rated voltage at ice machine start-up (when the electrical

load is highest).

All electrical work, including wire routing and grounding,

must conform to local, state and national electrical

codes. The following precautions must be observed:

• The ice machine must be grounded.

• A separate fuse/circuit breaker must be provided for

each ice machine.

• A qualified electrician must determine proper wire

size dependent upon location, materials used and

length of run (minimum circuit ampacity can be used

to help select the wire size).

• The maximum allowable voltage variation is +/-10 of

the rated voltage at ice machine start-up (when the

electrical load is highest).

• Check all ground screws in the control box and verify

they are tight before starting the ice machine.

FUSE/CIRCUIT BREAKER

A dedicated circuit and a separate fuse/circuit breaker

are required for each ice machine.

GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER

We do not recommend the use of a GFCI/GFI circuit

protection with our equipment. If a GFCI/GFI is required

by code, use a GFCI/GFI breaker rather than outlet

which is more prone to intermittent nuisance trips than

panel circuit breakers.

MINIMUM POWER CORD SPECIFICATIONS

The wire size to the receptacle is dependent upon

location, materials used, length of run, etc., so it must be

determined by a qualified electrician. Local, state or

national requirements will supersede our minimum

requirements.

!

Warning

All wiring must conform to local, state and national

codes.

!

Warning

The ice machine must be grounded in accordance

with national and local electrical codes.

Important

Observe correct polarity of incoming line voltage.

Incorrect polarity can lead to erratic ice machine

operation.

FOR UNITED KINGDOM ONLY

As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of the appliance may not

correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug,

proceed as follows:

• The wire which is colored green and yellow

must be connected to the

terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth

ground symbol or colored green or green and yellow.

• The wire colored blue

must be connected to the terminal which is marked

with the letter N or colored black.

• The wire colored brown

must be connected to the terminal which is

marked with the letter L or colored red.

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Maximum Breaker Size & Minimum Circuit Amperage Chart

QUIETQUBE REMOTE CONDENSING UNIT

Important

Due to continuous improvements, this information is

for reference only. Please refer to the ice machine

serial number tag to verify electrical data. Serial tag

information overrides information listed on this page.

Series Ice

Machine

Voltage

Phase

Cycle

Air-Cooled Water-Cooled QuietQube

Max

Fuse/

Circuit

Breaker

Min

Circuit

Amps

Total

Circuit

Amps

Max

Fuse/

Circuit

Breaker

Min

Circuit

Amps

Max

Fuse/

Circuit

Breaker

Total

Circuit

Amps

RF0244

115/1/60 15 Amp N/A 7.5 N/A N/A — —

230/1/50 10 Amp N/A 0.87 N/A N/A — —

RF0266

115/1/60 15 Amp N/A 7.5 N/A N/A — —

230/1/50 10 Amp N/A 0.87 N/A N/A — —

RF0385

115/1/60 15 Amp N/A 10.0 N/A N/A — —

230/1/50 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A — —

RF0388

115/1/60 15 Amp N/A 10.0 N/A N/A — —

230/1/50 10 Amp N/A 2.9 N/A N/A — —

RF0399

115/1/60 15 Amp N/A 10.0 N/A N/A — —

230/1/50 10 Amp N/A 2.9 N/A N/A — —

RF0644

115/1/60 25 Amp N/A 13.5 N/A N/A — —

RFS0300 115/1/60 20 Amp 12.8 N/A N/A N/A — —

RFS0650

115/60/1 25 Amp 16.3 N/A 25 Amp 15.4 — —

208-230/1/60 15 Amp 8.7 N/A 15 Amp 8.2 — —

RFS1200

208-230/1/60 20 Amp 12.5 N/A 20 Amp 12.5 15 Amp 1.4

230/1/50 — — — — — 10 Amp 1.4

RF2300

208-230/3/60 20 Amp 15.0 N/A 20 Amp 15.0 — —

400-415/3/50 16 Amp 13.9 N/A 16 Amp 13.9 — —

RFS2300

208-230/3/60 — — — — — 15 Amp 3.2

230/1/50 — — — — — 15 Amp 3.2

RFS1200R

208-230/1/60 15 Amp 1.4 N/A — — — —

RFS2300R

208-230/3/60 15 Amp 3.2 N/A — — — —

Maximum allowable voltage variation at compressor start-up is ±10% of voltage listed above and on the model/serial plate.

Condensing Unit Voltage Phase Cycle Maximum Fuse/Circuit Breaker Minimum Circuit Amps

RCU1075

208-230/60/1 15 15

208-230/60/3

15 15

208-230/50/1

15 15

RCU2375

208-230/60/1 15 15

208-230/60/3

15 15

208-230/50/1

15 15

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Refrigeration System Installation

Remote Condensing Unit Only

USAGE WITH NON-MANITOWOC

CONDENSING UNITS

Manitowoc Remote Condensing Units are specifically

designed for usage with a QuietQube® Ice Machine

Head Section. Standard condensing units and Non-

Manitowoc condensing units are not approved for use

with a QuietQube® Ice Machine Head Section.

Factory Equipment Refrigeration Amounts

ICE MACHINE HEAD SECTION

Each ice machine condensing unit ships from the factory

with a R-404A refrigerant charge appropriate for the

entire system operation. The serial tag on the ice

machine indicates the refrigerant charge. The refrigerant

charge is sufficient to operate the ice machine in

ambient temperatures between -20°F (-28.9°C) and

120°F (48.9°C). With line set lengths of up to 100 feet

(30.5 m).

REFRIGERATION LINE SETS/TRAP KIT

Refrigeration Rated Tubing and Trap Kits are shipped

capped with atmospheric pressure.

QuietQube®

Ice Machine

Remote

Condensing Unit

Line Set*

RFS1200C

RFS2300C

RCU1075C

RCU2375C

RC-21

RC-31

RC-51

*Line Set Suction Line Liquid Line

RC 21/31/51

5/8 inch

(15.9 mm)

3/8 inch

(9.5 mm)

Important

Manitowoc remote systems are only approved and

warranted as a complete new package. Warranty on

the refrigeration system will be void if a new ice

machine head section is connected to pre-existing

(used) tubing or condensing units or vice versa.

!

Caution

The 60-month compressor warranty (including the 24-

month labor replacement warranty) will not apply if the

Manitowoc Ice Machine and Manitowoc Remote

Condensing Unit are not installed according to

specifications. This warranty also will not apply if the

refrigeration system is modified with a condenser,

heat reclaim device, or other parts or assemblies not

manufactured by Manitowoc Ice.

!

Warning

Potential Personal Injury Situation

The QuietQube Condensing Unit contains the

refrigerant charge. Installation and brazing of the line

sets must be performed by a properly trained and

EPA certified refrigeration technician aware of the

dangers of dealing with refrigerant charged

equipment.

!

Caution

Never add more than nameplate charge to the

refrigeration system for any application.

!

Warning

Installation of a QuietQube® Condensing Unit may

require the use of special equipment for placement.

Trained and qualified personnel are required for

proper rigging and lifting.

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Refrigeration Line Set Installation

Remote Condensing Unit Only

GENERAL

Refrigeration line set installations consist of vertical and

horizontal line set distances between the ice machine

and the condensing unit. The following guidelines,

drawings and calculation methods must be followed to

assure proper oil return and remote condensing unit/ice

machine operation.

The refrigeration line set installer must be USA

Government-Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

certified in proper refrigerant handling and servicing

procedures.

Step 1 Verify Ice Machine and Remote Condensing

Unit Locations Are Within Guidelines

Prior to installation of the ice machine head section and

remote condensing unit be sure that the distance

between them is within the line set routing guidelines

outlined in this manual.

Roof/Wall Penetration

If required, cut a 3-inch (76.2 mm) circular hole in the

wall or roof for routing of refrigeration tubing. A qualified

person must perform all roof penetrations.

Step 2 Route Refrigeration Tubing

Properly route refrigeration tubing between the ice

machine head section and the remote condensing unit.

A. LINE SET LENGTH

100 feet (30.5 m) Length: The maximum measured

length the line set can be.

The receiver is designed to hold a charge sufficient to

operate the ice machine in ambient temperatures

between -20°F (-28.9°C) and 120°F (48.9°C), with line

set lengths of up to 100 feet (30.5 m).The maximum

amount of line set which can be exposed on the rooftop

is 25% of the total length of the line set.

B. LINE SET RISE OR DROP

35 feet (10.7 m) Rise: The maximum distance the

remote condensing unit can be above the ice machine.

15 feet (4.5 m) Drop: The maximum distance the

remote condensing unit can be below the ice machine.

!

Warning

The QuietQube Condensing unit contains refrigerant

charge. The two refrigeration valves must remain

closed until proper installation of the line sets is

completed.

!

Warning

Disconnect electrical power to the ice machine head

section and remote condensing unit before

proceeding.

Important

QuietQube® ice machines will not function with line

sets greater than 100 feet (30.5 m). Do not attempt to

go beyond this distance and add refrigerant charge to

compensate!

35 ft. (10.7 m)

MAX.

DISTANCE

SV1751

15 ft. (4.5 m)

MAX.

DISTANCE

SV1750

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C. SUCTION LINE OIL TRAPS

0 to 20 feet (0 to 6.1 m) Rise: No oil trap is required

when the condensing unit is located 20 feet (6.1 m) or

less above the ice machine head section.

21 to 35 feet (6.4 to 10.7 m) Rise: The suction line

requires an additional Oil Trap (“S” type) to be installed.

Install the trap as close as possible to midpoint between

the ice machine head section and remote condensing

unit. S-Trap Kits are available from Manitowoc.

Service Loop

A service loop in the line set permits easy access to the

ice machine for cleaning and service.

• A service loop is not considered an oil trap.

• The service loop is not included when calculating

length, rise or drop of the tubing run.

• Do not use hard rigid copper for the service loop.

Step 3 Lengthening or Reducing Line Set Lengths

When the line set requires shortening or lengthening, do

so before connecting the line set to the ice machine

head section or the remote condensing unit.

!

Caution

Do not form unwanted traps in refrigeration lines.

Never coil excess refrigeration tubing.

21 ft. (6.4 m)

OR MORE RISE

ADDITIONAL

TRAP KIT

REQUIRED

!

Caution

If a line set has a rise followed by a drop, another rise

cannot be made. Likewise, if a line set has a drop

followed by a rise, another drop cannot be made.

!

Caution

Do not form unwanted traps in refrigeration lines.

Never coil excess refrigeration tubing.

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Step 4 Connecting the line set

To prevent oxidation of the copper, purge line set and

condensing unit with dry nitrogen while brazing.

A. Connect the Line Set to the Remote Condensing

Unit

The line set shut-off valves must remain closed and be

protected from heat during the brazing process. Wrap

the valves in a wet rag or other type of heat sink prior to

brazing. Cool braze joint with water immediately after

brazing to prevent heat migration to the valve.

B. Connect the Line Set to the Ice Machine Head

Section

• Cut the suction and liquid tubing with a tubing cutter,

leaving enough tubing to easily braze.

• Connect the line set.

• Cool braze joint with water immediately after brazing

to prevent heat migration.

Step 5 Pressure Test and Evacuate Line Set and

Ice Machine Head Section

• Suction and liquid line set shutoff valves must remain

closed until pressure testing and evacuation are

complete.

• Pressure testing and evacuation can be performed

from the ice machine head section or CVD

condensing unit shut-off valves.

• Schrader valve core removal tools that allow for

removal and installation of the valve cores without

removing manifold gauge set hoses are

recommended to decrease the evacuation time.

• Pressure test @ 150 psi (1000 kPa) for a minimum of

15 minutes.

• Minimum evacuation level is 500 microns.

!

Warning

The QuietQube Condensing unit contains refrigerant

charge. The two refrigeration valves must remain

closed until proper installation of the line sets is

completed.

!

Warning

The ice machine head section ships from the factory

pressurized with R404A refrigerant. Recover the

refrigerant from both suction and liquid line access

ports prior to cutting into refrigeration lines.

MINIMIZE THE TIME THE

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM IS

EXPOSED TO THE ATMOSPHERE

(15 MINUTES MAXIMUM)

SUCTION LINE

LIQUID LINE

Suction and liquid line shut-off valves

must remain closed until evacuation and

pressure testing are complete.

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Step 6 Leak Check The Refrigeration System

Leak check the new line set connections at the ice

machine head section, condensing unit and S trap as

well as all factory joints throughout the entire system.

Disconnect power to the remote condensing unit. Place

the rocker switch into the ON position. This allows the

low side and high side pressures to equalize for leak

checking. Place the rocker switch in the OFF position.

Connect power to the remote condensing unit and allow

system to pump down after leak checking is complete.

Step 7 Open The Valves Prior To Starting The Ice

Machine

A. Slowly backseat (open-turn counterclockwise)

the suction line shutoff valve.

B. Slowly backseat (open-turn counterclockwise)

the liquid line shutoff valve.

Open Valves

Verify O-ring in schrader valve caps are intact and

reinstall on shutoff valves to prevent refrigerant leakage.

Replace shutoff valve access caps and torque to the

following specifications.

Torque Values

Step 8 Insulation Requirements

To prevent condensation the entire suction line must be

insulated. All insulation must be airtight and sealed at

both ends.

The following insulation requirements prevent

condensation at 90°F (32.2°C) ambient 90% Relative

Humidity. If higher humidity is expected, increase

insulation thickness.

The entire suction line set requires:

Open suction and liquid line

shut-off valves

Important

All refrigeration valve caps must be reinstalled to

prevent future refrigeration leaks.

Stem 18-20 ft. lbs. (24.4-27.1 Nm)

Caps 12-15 ft. lbs. (16.3-20.3 Nm)

Schrader Core 1.5-3 in. lbs. (0.17-0.34 Nm)

Suction Line Liquid Line

Min. Insulation

Thickness

5/8 in. (16 mm) 3/8 in. (10 mm)

1/2 in. (13 mm)

Suction Line

1/4 in. (7 mm)

Liquid Line

Important

To prevent condensation the entire suction line must

be insulated. All insulation must be airtight and

sealed at both ends.

The minimum requirements are for conditions at or

below 90% humidity and 90°F (32°C) ambient. When

higher humidity will be experienced, or local code

requires, insulation wall thickness will need to be

increased.

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Installation Check List

All Manitowoc ice machines are factory-operated and adjusted before shipment. Adjustments and maintenance

procedures outlined in this manual are the responsibility of the owner/operator and are not covered by the warranty.

 Is the Ice Machine level?

 Is the ice machine and adapter (when used)

secured to the dispenser?

 Have all of the electrical and water

connections been made?

 Has the supply voltage been tested and

checked against the rating on the nameplate?

 Is there proper clearance around the ice

machine for air circulation?

 Is the ice machine grounded and polarity

correct?

 Has the ice machine been installed where

ambient temperatures will remain in the range

of 50° - 100°F (14.4° - 37.8°C)?

 Has the ice machine been installed where the

incoming water temperature will remain in the

range of 50° - 90°F (14.4° - 32.2°C)?

 Is there a separate drain for the water-cooled

condenser?

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 Is there a separate drain for the dispenser?

 Is the ice making water turned on?

 Are all electrical leads free from contact with

refrigeration lines and moving equipment?

 Has the owner/operator been instructed

regarding maintenance and the use of

Manitowoc Cleaner and Sanitizer?

 Has the owner/operator completed the

warranty registration card?

 Has the ice machine and bin been sanitized?

 Is the rocker switch set to ON?

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Additional Checks for QuietQube Models

 Is the lineset length, rise and drop within the

guidelines?

 Are the suction and liquid line shut-off valves

open?

 Is the line set routed properly?

 Are both refrigeration lines to remote

condensing unit run so they do not lay in water

and are properly insulated?

 Does the condenser fan motor(s) operate

properly after start-up?

 Have all the refrigeration fittings and joints

been leak checked?

 Has the condenser/condensing unit been

installed to prevent any roofing damage?

 Have the refrigeration lines been insulated and

secured properly to prevent vibration?

 Has the RCU remote condensing unit been

located where ambient temperatures will

remain in the range of -20° to 120°F (-29° to

48.9°C)?

 Is a refrigeration oil trap (S-trap) installed if the

condenser is installed 21 to 35 feet (6 to 11 m)

above the ice machine head?

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Section 3

Operation

NOTE: Flake ice machines use an auger to remove ice from the evaporator. Occasional noises (creaks, groans,

squeaks, or pops) are a normal part of the ice making process.

Evaporator Low Temperature Safety

Thermostat and Bin Thermostat

The bin thermostat sensing bulb is located in the ice

chute or bin and turns the ice machine on and off as the

level of ice in the ice chute or bin changes.

RF0244/RF0266/RF0385/

RF0388/RF0399/RF0644 Operation

The ice machine will not start until:

A. The rocker switch is moved to “ON”.

B. Ice does not contact the bin thermostat bulb.

C. The water reservoir is full of water.

Placing the toggle switch in the ON position starts the

gear motor and refrigeration system. The float valve

controls the water inlet valve and water level. The freeze

cycle ends when ice contacts the bin thermostat. The ice

machine will restart when ice no longer contacts the bin

thermostat.

Model

Bin

Thermostat

Setting

Evaporator

Thermostat

Setting

RF0244/RF0266 5 5

RF0385/RF0388/

RF0399

57

RF0644 5 N/A

RFS0300 3 N/A

RFS0650 3 N/A

RFS1200 3 N/A

RFS2300 3 N/A

RF1200/RF2300 3 N/A

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

BIN THERMOSTAT

SMALL NUMBERS = LESS ICE IN BIN

LARGE NUMBERS = MORE ICE IN BIN

EVAPORATOR LOW TEMPERATURE

SAFETY THERMOSTAT

INCORRECT SETTINGS WILL CAUSE ICE

MACHINE TO SHUT OFF

SENSING BULB IS

LOCATED IN BIN

BIN THERMOSTAT

LOCATION

EVAPORATOR LOW

TEMPERATURE SAFETY

THERMOSTAT LOCATION

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RFS0300 Operation

The ice machine will not start until:

A. The rocker switch is moved to “ON”.

B. Ice does not contact the bin thermostat bulb.

C. The water reservoir is full of water.

Placing the toggle switch in the ON position starts the

gear motor and a 10 minute compressor time delay. The

compressor starts and the float valve controls the water

inlet valve and water level. The freeze cycle ends when

ice contacts the bin thermostat. The ice machine remains

off until ice no longer contacts the bin thermostat.

RFS0650/RFS1200/RFS2300 &

RF1200/RF2300 Operation

The ice machine will not start until:

A. The rocker switch is moved to “ON”.

B. Ice does not contact the bin thermostat bulb.

C. The water reservoir is full of water.

Placing the toggle switch in the ON position starts the

gear motor. After the rotation speed sensor verifies

10 minutes of correct rotation, the time delay ends and

the compressor starts. The ice machine will continue to

make ice until ice contacts the bin thermostat. The ice

machine remains off until ice no longer contacts the bin

thermostat.

BIN THERMOSTAT

EVAPORATOR

THERMOSTAT

BIN THERMOSTAT IS

LOCATED ON SIDE OF

CONTROL BOX

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